Healing from Infidelity and Betrayal Trauma

Infidelity is one of the most painful and destabilizing experiences a relationship can face. Whether you're the partner who has been betrayed, the one who broke the commitment, or you're both trying to make sense of what happened and whether repair is possible—you're not alone, and healing is possible.

Betrayal trauma goes beyond the discovery of an affair. It can impact your sense of identity, your emotional and physical well-being, and your ability to feel safe in relationships. For the partner who was unfaithful, it may stir feelings of guilt, confusion, shame, or a fear that nothing you do will ever be enough. For many couples, the aftermath is filled with emotional volatility, communication breakdowns, and a deep longing for answers and stability.

In my work with couples and individuals facing infidelity, I draw from advanced clinical training in Breakthroughs with Infidelity Cases by Dr. Ellyn Bader of The Couples Institute. This model addresses the unique challenges of betrayal trauma while offering a clear and effective path forward for both partners.

This work is not about assigning permanent labels of "bad" or "broken"—it's about making space for accountability, emotional truth, and transformation.

Recovery involves:

• Helping betrayed partners process shock, grief, anger, and fear in a space that honors their pain and boundaries.

• Guiding offending partners in taking ownership without defensiveness, learning how to listen deeply, and showing up with consistency and empathy.

• Supporting couples in navigating hard conversations, rebuilding safety and trust, and deciding—together—what kind of future they want to create.

This is deep, often emotionally intense work, but it can also be profoundly rewarding. For many, it's a chance not only to repair—but to grow into a more honest, connected, and resilient version of the relationship.

If you're navigating betrayal, you're likely facing uncertainty and raw emotion. You don’t have to navigate it alone. I provide a steady, compassionate, and experienced presence to guide you through the process—whether that means healing together or finding clarity on your next steps as individuals.

Ready to get started?

If you're ready to begin the healing process—or just need a safe place to talk through what you're feeling—I invite you to reach out.

There is hope after betrayal. Let's take the first step together.